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In Memory of Mike Tyner

"Mike Tyner was a wildlife biologist who dedicated the last six of his nine years working for Ventana Wildlife Society, to save California Condors in Big Sur, CA. He was truly an exceptional individual who served as the field supervisor for Ventana Wildlife Society's condor recovery program. Tragically, during high winds that we received in Big Sur on November 30, a tree toppled causing his death. This loss is catastrophic, heartbreaking, and painful. As our staff mourns the passing of a remarkable friend, our hearts go out to his family. Mike will be greatly missed!" - Kelly Sorenson, VWS Executive Director and VWS Staff

"I can say that it was truly an honor to work alongside Mike. He was truly an exceptional biologist, a great friend, and staunch protector of all natural things! His death came very unexpectedly and very tragically. My thoughts and prayers go out his family. Mike will be dearly missed by all who knew him and his positive impacts on Big Sur's natural beauty will live on through the condors...I'm almost sure he's up there soaring with them now." - Joe Burnett, VWS Condor Project Coordinator and Close Friend

"Over and over our staff here just kept saying what a terrific person Mike was. What you saw was what you got. A completely honest, unassuming, humble, hardworking individual. Our thoughts are with you guys, and Mike's family and friends. He will be greatly missed." - Jesse Grantham, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Condor Recovery Program Coordinator.

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